ZIMBABWE TRADITIONAL SPORTS & GAMES FEDERATION
Preserving culture through sport — Ubuntu, Integrity, Excellence and Fair Play.
Introduction
As members of ZTSGF, we are committed to upholding the values of integrity, ubuntu, excellence, fairness and sportsmanship. Our aim is to celebrate Zimbabwean heritage through organised traditional sports and community events.
Community: Building connections through sport and culture.
Development: Skills, mentorship and youth programmes across regions.
Vision
To be the leading traditional sports federation in Africa — recognised for excellence, fairness and cultural preservation.
Mission
Foster social inclusion and preserve cultural heritage by promoting competitive participation in traditional sports and community engagement programmes nationwide.
- Community outreach & training
- Events & tournaments
- Coaching & referee development
Values
- Ubuntu — Community first
- Integrity — Honest competition
- Excellence — Continuous improvement
- Fairness — Equal opportunity to compete
The Spirit of Ubuntu
We will treat participants with dignity and respect, accept officials' decisions, and promote sportsmanship across events.
Integrity
We will act ethically in all activities and ensure a safe, fair environment for all participants. Cheating and doping are prohibited.
Excellence
We set ambitious goals, support athletes and coaches, and invest in development programs to raise standards across the federation.
Fairness & Sportsmanship
Compete fairly, respect opponents and officials, and act as positive role models in victory and defeat.
Conduct
- Reflect positively on the sport
- Avoid behaviour that brings the game into disrepute
- Follow federation policies and instructions
Rules & Regulations
The federation maintains rules designed to protect dignity, fairness and integrity. Competitions will be managed according to published regulations.
Athletes
Respect instructions, hygiene, and officiating decisions.
Coaches
Uphold integrity, provide respectful leadership, follow dress codes, and prioritize athlete welfare.
Referees
Maintain impartiality, follow the federation's code of conduct, and perform duties with professionalism and respect.
Managers
Represent teams responsibly, declare conflicts of interest, and manage resources transparently.
Spectators
- Respect athletes and officials
- Follow event safety guidelines
- Practice good sportsmanship and courtesy
Breaches
Confirmed breaches may result in warnings, suspension, counseling, or expulsion depending on severity. The Ethics Commission will review serious matters.
Examples: discrimination, match-fixing, serious harassment.
Conclusion
This Code of Conduct demonstrates our shared commitment to integrity, respect, fairness and sportsmanship. Together we make sport an inclusive place for everyone.